7423 Ascot Ct, University Park, FL 34201

In the quiet cul-de-sac Ascot neighborhood of gated University Park Country Club, this maintenance free former model home is perfect as a year round or seasonal residence. A privacy and nature lover's delight! The open split floor plan with generously-sized rooms, high ceilings, large sunlit windows, designer architectural finishing details and sliders for easy access to outdoor living/entertainment areas is a fine example of the best in casually elegant Florida style indoor/outdoor living. Leaded glass style entry doors welcome guests to the foyer where their gaze will be drawn across the gallery, through the living room and out to the heated pool and protected preserve beyond with its beautiful canopy of trees (an avian delight) and the distant golf course. No homes behind you! The kitchen overlooking the pool and preserve features raised panel cabinets, granite countertops, gas stove and a breakfast café. The large master bedroom suite has a wood floored sitting area with built-ins and overlooks the preserve and golf course beyond. The master bath has double vanities with cultured marble tops, a garden tub, walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. The second bedroom provides guest privacy and is currently being used as a research room for future travel. The den/office has large south facing windows. Added features are: art niches, crown molding, architectural columns, 2-car garage with golf cart space, golf cart door and storage. Shopping, restaurants, downtown Sarasota are all nearby.